WILMINGTON — Marcus Henry kicked off his candidacy for New Castle County executive on Tuesday during a three-location, daylong event throughout the county.

Mr. Henry spoke to residents at the MOT Jean Birch Senior Center in Middletown, then went to Newark to speak with residents at the George Wilson Center, and wrapped up his day at the base of the Senator Margaret Rose Henry Bridge on the Wilmington Riverwalk, named after his esteemed mother.

Mr. Henry has more than 20 years of experience in public service at the state and county levels.

During his career, Mr. Henry’s accomplishments have included helping reinvigorate neighborhoods with improved affordable housing, overseeing the site selection and creation of four new libraries, and helping guide the Hope Center to become a life-changing reality for unhoused people.

“I’m very excited to be announcing my candidacy, but this race is in 2024,” Mr. Henry said. “Before we get to my race, we have the midterms to focus on. We have a lot of amazing Democrats who are running for office up and down the state.”